This guide includes:1 full-length practice test, Detailed explanations, In-depth content review for all subtest topics, including Reading, Language, Literature, History, Social Science, Science, Mathematics, Physical Education, Human Development, and Visual Performing Arts, and Proven test-taking strategies.

The most comprehensive and up-to-date strategies, practice, and review for the CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test). Nearly 100,000 California and Oregon teachers take the CBEST certification each year in order to receive teaching certification at the elementary or secondary level. The CBEST is designed to test basic reading, math, and writing skills critical to the job of an educator.

Kaplan CBEST is the most up-to-date guide on the market, and offers aspiring teachers a complete guide to preparing for the test, including:
In-depth content review
Three full-length practice tests
A diagnostic test to build a personalized study plan
Detailed answer explanations for every answer
Dozens of practice questions
In-depth content review for Reading, Math, and Writing topics
Concise section summaries for quick review
Kaplan's proven test-taking strategies.

The CBEST is administered in February, April, June, October, and December in both paper and computer formats.

First Year Teacher is an invaluable resource for newbie teachers. It offers hundreds of tips, warnings, and anecdotes from experienced educators--all in one warm and charming package. Benefit from their wisdom: "Principals love a heads-up on both good and bad news. It only makes you look good if you keep the principal in the loop. Don't hide in your classroom!" Fifth grade teacher Learn from their mistakes: "Don't put off returning phone calls of a pushy parent. The longer you wait, the longer they have to think of new questions!" U.S. History and Government teacher And remember that humor conquers all: "When you're having a hard day, remember why you became a teacher in the first place. My neighbors wouldn't listen to me talk about environmental science, so I had to find a captive audience!" Environmental Science teacher.